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When Object Recognition Meets Proven PCAP: Interactive Scape & DISPLAX Transform Touch Tables

This article is a joint publication from Interactive Scape and DISPLAX. Together, we’ve combined perspectives from both companies to show how PCAP and Scape X® create object-aware, collaborative touch solutions.

 

In the world of interactive installations, the demand for seamless, multiuser experiences is at an all-time high. Brands, cultural institutions, and corporate innovators are searching for solutions that go beyond simple touch - spaces where objects, gestures, and even personal devices can shape dynamic digital content.

The partnership between Interactive Scape, the creator of the Scape X® Object Recognition technology, and DISPLAX, a global leader in projected capacitive (PCAP) touch technology, marks a breakthrough in how tangible interaction can be deployed at scale. By combining the Scape X® AI-based object recognition with DISPLAX SKIN ULTRA, MESH, and TILE Pro products, integrators can now deliver touch tables that not only detect hands and gestures, but also recognize objects, tools, and even smartphones placed directly on the surface.

 

Scape X®: AI-powered tangible interaction

Scape X®, developed by Interactive Scape, is the world’s first patented AI-based PCAP object recognition technology. Unlike vision-based systems that rely on cameras or lighting, Scape X® operates invisibly on the same capacitive field as touch.

Key capabilities include:

  • Unmatched object capacity: 24 IDs standard, scalable to 300+ for demanding, multi-object use cases.
  • Smartphone recognition: With Scape X® Mobile, the system can identify a phone placed on the table - no app, no pairing, no friction.
  • Invisible tagging: Ultra-thin, transparent Scape X® Stickers or Tags adhere to objects, enabling unique IDs without affecting design aesthetics.
  • Multi-object precision: Recognize and track dozens of objects simultaneously, alongside 100+ finger touches.
  • Gesture awareness: Detects placement, movement, and rotation of objects for natural, intuitive interactions.
  • Lighting-independent: Works in bright atriums, dim galleries, or any challenging environment where camera systems struggle.
  • Scalable: Supports seamless multi-unit setups across large surfaces, including video walls and oversized tables.

Patented and refined through years of development, Scape X® gives AV integrators a reliable and future-proof object recognition layer that pairs naturally with PCAP.

The DISPLAX foundation: three proven platforms

SKIN ULTRA – Premium large-format PCAP  

  • Ultra-slim sensors engineered for large displays in 16:9.
  • Exceptional accuracy, uniformity, and responsiveness across the entire surface.
  • Supports up to 100 simultaneous touches for true multiuser collaboration.
  • Compatible with Scape X®, enabling hybrid interaction: touch + object recognition.

MESH – Industrial-grade, real-world proven  

  • Mature and field-tested, MESH has been deployed globally in markets with critical touch requirements.
  • Based on transparent metal-mesh technology, laminated to anti-glare or extra-clear glass.
  • Available from 22″ to 86″, designed to perform flawlessly in real usage conditions.
  • Recognized for reliability, optical clarity, and certified to CE, FCC, and RoHS standards.
  • A trusted foundation for touch tables where stability and flawless touch response are non-negotiable.

TILE Pro – Plug-and-play touch displays  

  • Complete interactive displays built with DISPLAX PCAP.
  • Engineered for rapid deployment in video wall or table formats.
  • Fully compatible with Scape X®, extending object recognition to turnkey solutions.
  • Designed to integrate easily into AV ecosystems with standard HID connectivity.
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Why the combination matters  

When you bring together Scape X® with DISPLAX’s proven PCAP platforms, you unlock a new class of interaction:

  • Multiuser, multimodal: Combine 100+ simultaneous touches with multiple objects for truly collaborative experiences.
  • Frictionless BYOD: Users place their smartphones directly on the table to trigger personalized content.
  • Proven durability: MESH and SKIN ULTRA have already been tested in demanding, 24/7 environments.
  • Plug-and-play integration: DISPLAX controllers enumerate as HID; Scape X® communicates via open protocols like TUIO, fitting neatly into AV and software workflows.
  • No external hardware: No cameras, no infrared lighting, no external calibration, just the table itself.

   

Real-world applications  

  • Museums & Cultural Spaces: Visitors place replicas or tokens on a table to unlock stories, compare items, or rotate objects for new perspectives.
  • Retail & Showrooms: A phone dropped on the surface loads tailored offers, while product tokens reveal specifications, features, and comparisons.
  • Corporate Collaboration: Teams use tokens to represent projects or scenarios, layering gestures and objects for data exploration.
  • Education & Science Centers: Objects become tools to access layered knowledge, making complex topics more engaging and accessible.
  • Smart City & Infrastructure Planning: Multi-touch interaction makes complex urban data tangible, supporting collaborative planning, decision-making, and citizen participation.  
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A next-generation touch ecosystem  

With DISPLAX SKIN ULTRA, MESH, and TILE Pro providing the stable, high-performance touch backbone, and Scape X® delivering AI-driven object recognition, integrators finally have a solution that is both field-proven and future-ready.

It’s more than touch. It’s tangible, collaborative, and smart.

The next generation of touch interaction is here, ready to recognize hands, objects, and devices with the precision, flexibility and reliability the AV industry demands.

This article was written in collaboration by Interactive Scape and DISPLAX. If you’d like to explore the Scape X® technology combined with DISPLAX PCAP hardware, you can book a non-binding Demo session with Interactive Scape or contact DISPLAX for hardware guidance and integration support.

 

Check availability: www.interactive-scape.com/book-your-live-demo

 

Frequently Asked Questions  

Q1. How is Scape X® different from camera-based object recognition systems?
Scape X® works directly on the capacitive field, so it doesn’t need external cameras, infrared lighting, or calibration. That means higher reliability, better scalability, and no visible hardware interfering with the design.

Q2. Can DISPLAX sensors work with Scape X® out of the box?
Yes. DISPLAX SKIN ULTRA, MESH, and TILE Pro are fully compatible with Scape X®, making integration straightforward for AV partners.

Q3. How many objects can Scape X® recognize at the same time?
Standard setups support 24 IDs, but the system can scale to over 300 objects while still supporting 100+ simultaneous finger touches.

Q4. Do I need special apps or pairing for smartphone recognition?
No. With Scape X® Mobile, a phone is recognized automatically when placed on the surface—no app, no Bluetooth, no setup required.

Q5. Who should I contact for a demo or project integration?
For a live technology demo, reach out to us. For touch hardware and integration support, contact DISPLAX.

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